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     When bitten by a snake, the first to do is to ensure the type of snake. If there is no trace of fangs, then certainly that is a venomous snake that bites its victims should get immediate first aid.

     Besides there is no trace of fangs, another hallmark of venomous snake bites is the emergence of pain accompanied by discoloration of the site of the bite within a few moments after being bitten. Within 10-15 minutes, the other accompanying symptoms are nausea, vomiting, dizziness, anxiety and sometimes shortness of breath.

First aid for snake bite victims are:

1. Do not panic. Not all snake bites can contain harmful, even though the bite is venomous snake species.

2. Reduce motion. Any unnecessary movement will only cause the venom to spread more widely through the bloodstream. Try to remain silent, as much as possible to use means of transport and do not walk to reach locations that provide first aid.

3. Wash the bite. If there is, use soap and lukewarm water to clean the wound as soon as possible.

4. Wash your eyes if contact could burst. Some species of cobras that live in Asia and Africa capable of spraying can kill without having to bite the victim. If these bursts of the eyes or other mucous layer thin, wash it with clean water.

5. Tie tightly around the wound area. Strong ties around the bite can prevent the spread of the poison to get further help. But for snake bites a poison or venom Derik is very strong, the risk of tissue damage at the site of the bite it will increase if tied.

6. Take it to the doctor as soon as possible. Serum anti-venom can be obtained at the health center or doctor's office. If in the course of the victim vomiting, place it in a sitting or lying position to ensure that vomit does not clog the airways.

7. Do not inject its own antidote. Antitoxin injection is needed immediately, but sebagiknya still done by a doctor or a skilled health worker. The presence of impurities in the syringe can sometimes even endanger the patient.